Chapter Overview Chapter Synopsis: This chapter deals with electrical stimulation of the spinal cord (SCS) in patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). This broad diagnosis refers to chronic regional…
Chapter Overview Chapter Synopsis: Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is the term used for chronic neuropathic pain that persists or reoccurs after a surgical procedure on the lumbosacral spine. FBSS…
Chapter Overview Chapter Synopsis: Chapter 3 deals with some of the perioperative considerations for surgery for electrical spinal cord stimulation (SCS). The invasive implantation procedure carries inherent risks, but these…
Chapter Overview Chapter Synopsis: Chapter 4 addresses the mind of the recipient of electrical spinal cord stimulation (SCS), beyond considerations strictly of the nervous system. A brief history of the…
Chapter Overview Chapter Synopsis: Electrical stimulation of the spinal cord (SCS) improves many forms of neuropathic pain; but, contrary to our early understanding, it can also affect some forms of…
